H.650 is a bill that amends Vermont's laws regarding the protection of personal information, specifically focusing on student privacy and educational technology products. The bill introduces a new subchapter that establishes registration requirements for providers of educational technology products used in schools. These providers must register with the Secretary of State and provide detailed information, including their contact details, privacy policies, and descriptions of their products. Additionally, they must attest that their products comply with state and federal privacy laws, including the Vermont Age-Appropriate Design Code Act and the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act.

The bill also outlines the responsibilities of the Agency of Education, which includes reviewing educational technology product registrations, creating a list of products in use, identifying unregistered providers, and recommending a certification process for educational technology products. The Agency is tasked with considering various factors in the certification process, such as compliance with state curriculum standards and data privacy practices. A report detailing the findings and recommendations for legislative action is required by November 15, 2027. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 9-62
As Passed By the House -- Official: 9-62
As Passed By the House -- Unofficial: 9-62